Ameriprise Financial Inc (AMP)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
AMP
Ameriprise Financial Inc
$557.61
+0.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $49.52B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$766,000.00
+0.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1839% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $19.84B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 19.9%. AMP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AMP
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.7%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMP
The strongest argument for AMP centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.9% and operating margin at 30.7%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bear Case : AMP
The primary concerns for AMP are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
AMP is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ASSET MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (74/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ameriprise Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. is a diversified financial services company and bank holding company incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It provides financial planning products and services, including wealth management, asset management, insurance, annuities, and estate planning.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The company wholly owns GEICO, Duracell, Dairy Queen, BNSF, Lubrizol, Fruit of the Loom, Helzberg Diamonds, Long & Foster, FlightSafety International, Pampered Chef, Forest River, and NetJets, and also owns 38.6% of Pilot Flying J; and significant minority holdings in public companies Kraft Heinz Company (26.7%), American Express (18.8%), The Coca-Cola Company (9.32%), Bank of America (11.9%), and Apple (6.3%).
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